Larry A. Parr

9/30/2013 5:13:39 AM

Larry A. Parr CANANDAIGUA - Larry A. Parr, age 67, beloved husband, father and papa, passed away on Sept. 26, 2013, at Elm Manor Nursing Home, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Bonnie S. Parr; two children, Eric Parr of Canandaigua and Melanie (Mike) Bryan of Pittsburgh, Pa.; five grandchildren, Andrew, Elena, Oliver, Noel and James; mother, Doris Parr of Palmyra; brother, James Parr of Palmyra; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Richard C. Parr; and brother, Robert C. Parr. Larry was born and raised in Palmyra. He earned a bachelor of science degree from Clarkson University, in chemical engineering. Larry retired from Mobil Chemical in Macedon in 2000, after 31 years there as a chemical engineer. He was a member and past president of the Canandaigua Lions Club and an active member of First United Methodist Church in Canandaigua. Larry enjoyed wintering in Florida. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Friday, October 11, at 4 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 100 N. Main St., Canandaigua. Interment will be in Palmyra Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association , 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester NY 14620. The family would like to extend special thanks to all of Larry's friends at The Brighter Day and Elm Manor Nursing Home. Arrangements are by Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home Inc., Canandaigua. Condolences may be offered at www.johnsonkennedy.com